DRAFT_MDE-NG - RFP Attachments.zip

This is a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) package for the Medical Disability Examinations-Next Generation (MDE-NG) program issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Strategic Acquisition Center Frederick. The VA released this draft RFP for industry and stakeholder review and constructive feedback prior to issuing the final solicitation anticipated in November 2026. The Government is seeking specific, actionable feedback on various aspects of the contemplated acquisition approach, including the clarity and completeness of requirements, feasibility of the proposed approach, solicitation terms and conditions, proposal instructions, and evaluation methodology. Feedback must be submitted using the provided feedback template through SAM.gov no later than 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time on October 26, 2026, with respondents required to clearly identify the applicable draft RFP section, page number, or paragraph associated with each comment and provide sufficient rationale supporting proposed changes.

This draft RFP package is issued solely for planning and feedback purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation. The Government has no obligation to incorporate any recommendations or proposed changes received during this feedback period. Interested parties should refer to the prior presolicitation notice #36C10X26R0042 for the draft Performance Work Statement and previously released acquisition information. Respondents are instructed not to submit feedback through channels other than the designated SAM.gov submission process unless specifically directed by the Contracting Officer. The Government will consider all feedback received when developing the final solicitation, which is expected to be released within approximately two to six weeks of this notice.